You can create numerous amounts of different deals to fit your investment style or risk.

Still in the process of forming my Core Four and networking locally to find private money to fund my BRRRR style deals.

The most common portfolio style loan in Texas is a 20 year adjustable rate loan.

Preferably garden style.

Some things you're likely to discover in older homes is old wiring/electrical systems, old style plumbing (galvanized supply lines, cast iron or clay sewer pipes), no insulation in walls or attics, termite or ant damage.On the other hand, really old homes have had much of this updated most likely.

My primary residence/house hack in my home state was more of a BRRRR style deal but it was important to me that my first out of state investment property be lower risk to get my feet wet.A lot of what you hear on these forums is buy low, buy a fixer upper, but there is no shame in buying something more turn key style to build experience out of state, as long as the numbers make sense.

Some of the big no-nos are asbestos tile on the outside and old style fuse electric panels.  

@Tyler Tapley has been an awesome agent for us, extremely knowledgeable about the market and his style is perfect for long distance investors.

A 1980 ranch style home. 

I'd probably want a bit more seasoning than that, personally.Ultimately, the ideal one for you is going to provide you with the customer support and client portal that best serve your needs, along with a fee structure aligned with your investment style so you don't get bled dry one dollar at a time.As an aside, since you are in Georgia you should give strong consideration to the SDIRA training offered in Atlanta by Dyches Boddiford and Pete Fortunato in March 2020!